Summary:
The three public schools in zip code 34715 (Minneola, FL) serve students from Pre-K through 12th grade within the Lake district, which is ranked in the 54th percentile statewide, and include a high-performing charter school, a strong high school, and an improving elementary school.
Minneola Charter School is the academic standout, consistently exceeding district and state averages in nearly every subject, with exceptional math results—99% proficiency in Algebra 1 and 100% in Geometry. It also boasts a low chronic absenteeism rate of 13.9%. Lake Minneola High School excels in graduation, with a 98.6% rate far above state and district averages, and performs well in Biology and US History (79% proficient). However, it struggles with Algebra 1 (25% proficient) and has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 46.1%. Grassy Lake Elementary School shows a clear upward trend, improving its state ranking to the 79th percentile, and leads the area in 3rd and 4th-grade math proficiency (85% and 83%). It also has the lowest student-teacher ratio (15.3:1) and highest per-student spending ($10,711).
A key takeaway is the contrast in math performance: Minneola Charter School’s near-perfect math scores suggest it prepares students exceptionally well for high school, while Lake Minneola High School’s lower Algebra 1 scores may reflect students from other middle schools. The stark difference in chronic absenteeism—46.1% at the high school versus 13.9% at the charter school—despite similar economic demographics, points to differing school cultures. Grassy Lake Elementary is quietly building a strong foundation, making it a solid choice for early education. Overall, families in this area have distinct options: a high-performing charter for K-8, a graduation-focused high school, and an improving elementary school with smaller classes.
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